The Dancing Flame

J J Overell

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The Dancing Flame

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by J J Overell

Illustrated by Robin Lawrie

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Some stories can change the way you see yourself—and these twelve definitely will. Each tale dives into big feelings like peer pressure and exam nerves but flips them with humor and hope. Discover how kids just like you find courage when life gets tricky, because that's what really matters.

Themes

FriendshipFamilyComing of AgeHumorFiction Dealing with Specific Issues

Quick Assessment

This collection of twelve stories, mostly told from children's perspectives, addresses common challenges such as peer pressure, family conflict, self-esteem issues, and exam anxiety. It uses humor and relatable scenarios to help children identify and cope with everyday moral dilemmas. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book also serves as a useful resource for parents and educators to understand modern childhood pressures.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Bullying Family Change Emotional
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

125 pages
ISBN
9780718830366
Pages
125
Publisher
James Clarke & Co.
Published
November 1, 2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fiction Dealing With Specific IssuesSocial IssuesShort Stories